DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY 
BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF NAVAL RECORDS 
701 S. COURTHOUSE ROAD, SUITE 1001 
ARLINGTON, VA 22204-2490 
Docket 5054-16 

Dear

This is in reference to your application for correction of your naval record pursuant to the provisions of 10 USC 1552. 

A three-member panel ofthe Board for Correction ofNaval Records, sitting in executive session, considered your application on 13 Oct 2016. Your allegations of error and injustice were reviewed in accordance with administrative regulations and procedures applicable to the proceedings of this Board. Documentary material considered by the Board consisted of your application, together with all material submitted in support thereof, your naval record and applicable statutes, regulations and policies. The advisory opinion provided in HQMC memo 1610 MMRP-13/PERB dated 1June2016 was sent to you on 1June2016 for an opportunity to comment prior to being considered by the Board. A copy of this advisory opinion is again enclosed. After the 30 day period for comment expired without a response, the case was presented to the Board. 

After careful and conscientious consideration of the entire record, the Board found that the evidence submitted was insufficient to establish the existence ofprobable material error or injustice. In this connection, the Board substantially concurred with the comments contained in the advisory opinion. The Board noted that your relief was for the good of the service and that the relief package was an administrative requirement and nothing in the process presupposes or mandates that the transfer fitness report would not be adverse. The Board also noted that you acknowledged the report and took into consideration that you elected to submit a statement. Accordingly, your application has been denied. The names and votes ofthe members ofthe panel will be furnished upon request. 

It is regretted that the circumstances of your case are such that favorable action cannot be taken. You are entitled to have the Board reconsider its decision upon submission ofnew evidence within one year from the date of the Board's decision. New evidence is evidence not previously considered by the Board prior to making its decision in this case. In this regard, it is important to keep in mind that a presumption ofregularity attaches to all official records. 

Consequently, when applying for a correction of an official naval record, the burden is on the applicant to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. Sincerely, 

Executive Director